Somewhere in the world, one of these is sold every 20 seconds and for good reason. An absolute classic, Guerlain Terracotta Moisturising Bronzing Powder gives a healthy looking natural glow, never looking dry or dirty on the skin, €46.

Benefit Hoola has won countless awards and tops best-seller lists year after year thanks to its green undertones (which cancel out redness) and soft matte texture. If you want to look cool and brown rather than warm and glowy, this is the one for you, €34.

A bronzer with a difference, Soleil Tan de Chanel comes in a light cream-gel formula giving a luxe velvet finish that no powder could match. Wear under foundation for a foolproof application, €38.50

First published in INSIDER Magazine, exclusive to Thursday’s Irish Independent

First published in INSIDER Magazine, exclusive to Thursday's Irish Independent